David Sanchez
Houston
Summary
Dynamic Automotive Alignment Specialist with a proven track record at Dman Auto Spot, excelling in expert troubleshooting and advanced wheel alignment. Recognized for enhancing workflow efficiency and mentoring junior technicians. Committed to continuous learning and maintaining high-quality standards in automotive repairs and safety practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Alignment Specialist
Dman Auto Spot
Houston, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted thorough diagnostics to identify vehicle issues and recommend appropriate repairs.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Assisted in training junior technicians on repair techniques and equipment usage.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, reducing turnaround time for repairs.
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex automotive systems effectively.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Operated spray guns and mixing equipment for paint application on vehicles.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
- Conducted quality checks on finished paint jobs to maintain high standards.
- Maintained inventory of paints and supplies, ensuring availability for production needs.
- Communicated effectively with clients, providing updates on progress and addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Installed and aligned suspension parts using specialized tools and equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of suspension components for safety compliance.
- Diagnosed and repaired suspension systems to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Operated MIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on automotive components.
- Fabricated components using TIG welding techniques to meet specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted precise wheel alignment procedures to enhance vehicle handling and safety.
- Diagnosed alignment issues using specialized equipment, ensuring accurate adjustments.
Metal Fabricator
PMR Concepts
Houston
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precision assembly.
- Operated machinery including plasma cutters and bending machines.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in training new employees on fabrication techniques and safety protocols.
- Delivered customer satisfaction through close attention to detail when producing custom metal parts based on specific client requests.
- Utilized various metalworking tools such as shears, press brakes, plasma cutters, and punches to produce precise cuts and bends in sheet metals.
- Continuously updated skillset through professional development opportunities, staying current on advancements in the metal fabrication field.
Metal S
Trailer City
Houston, TX
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Fabricated and assembled metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placements.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve production efficiency.
Automotive Technician
Backyard Auto
Houston, TX
03.2015 - 08.2021
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
- Performed maintenance services including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and service turnaround time.
- Provided mentorship to junior technicians on best practices and repair techniques.
- Air suspension specialist airlift 3h, and 3p accuair, and old schools valve solenoids and manual, air systems
- Modified suspension components to get fitment, that customers where looking for, mainly fender to lip
- Did nothing but but alignments for drift cars, track cars , off-road builds
- Can use a tire machine for low profile 25 series tires all the way up to bead locks on 50”s
- Can do engine swaps
- Suspensions swaps drop kits, lift kits etc
Education
High School Diploma -
Sharpstown High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Expert troubleshooting
- Brake systems
- Power tool proficiency
- Suspension systems
- Continuous learning attitude
- Hand tool expertise
- Quality control procedures
- Hydraulic systems proficiency
- Steering system expertise
- Adaptable to new technologies
- Workshop safety practices
- Alignment machine operation
- Automotive repair experience
- Advanced wheel alignment
- Tire mounting
- Tire balancing
- Machinery operation
- New tire installation
- Willing to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Team player
- Attention to detail
- Replacing parts
- Multitasking
- Engine repair
- Pulse welding
- MIG welding
- Vertical welding
- Overhead welding position
- Parts assembly
- Micrometers and calipers
- Portable grinders
- Surface grinding
- Shaping and cutting
- TIG welding
- Stainless steel metal welding
- Fabrication
- Critical thinking
- Pipe bender/roll cages
- Efficient surface preparation
- Expert paint mixing
- Detail-oriented finishing
- Clear coat application
- Quality control inspection
- Advanced spray techniques
- Expert color matching
- Proper masking techniques
- Thorough sanding skills
- Custom paint design
Certification
Tig welding basics class
Metal shaping master class
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Metal Fabricator
PMR Concepts
11.2025 - 03.2026
Metal S
Trailer City
04.2022 - 02.2024
Automotive Alignment Specialist
Dman Auto Spot
08.2021 - Current
Automotive Technician
Backyard Auto
03.2015 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Sharpstown High School